Jayben and the Golden Torch
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Jayben and the Golden Torch
Can one boy with no memories save the world?
Inspired by the author's unique personal experience of memory-loss comes an incredible, immersive fantasy series about a boy with no memories and a world that only he can save. Perfect for fans of Francesca Gibbons and The Land of Roar.
In the Earth world, a boy dreams of faraway lands to escape life with his horrible aunt.
In the Elf world, he wakes up with a mysterious golden torch but without any clue who he is, except for the compass he pulls from his pocket, engraved with one name: Jayben.
Jayben discovers that many moons ago, a giant put a dark spell on the golden torch, and the elves forgot everything that had come before. Now they hang precious memories in jars on trees, just to try to remember.
But a new darkness grows among them.
An evil villain called Null is burning down the forests, hellbent on finding the torch and becoming the most powerful being ever to live.
If Jayben can find his own magic and ignite the torch with its fierce violet flame, his power will be unstoppable. Can Jayben save the world before the lights go out forever?
A story of courage, hope and friendship. Whatever pages are missing in your story, you can be the hero on the next page.
Series: JAYBEN
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Jayben and the Golden Torch by Thomas Leeds receives praise for its imaginative fantasy world, rich character relationships, and thrilling adventure. The book is highlighted for its thoughtful portrayal of epilepsy, adding depth to the courageous and kind young hero's journey. It's described as a heartwarming and immersive tale that explores themes of memory, meaning, and identity, making it both a magical adventure and a modern classic in children's literature.

Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444968637
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 February 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Children's Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 319g
Pages: 368
About the Author
At 19-years-old Thomas Leeds was hit by a London Black Cab. Whilst he was lucky to survive, his childhood memories did not. Unable to remember the places he loved as a child or to recognise faces, including those of his family, Thomas set about building a new life. Without knowing where his beginning was, he began adjusting to a future that included navigating the severe epilepsy that resulted from his brain injury. 11-years-later, creating an 80s playlist for his upcoming 30th, Thomas heard the first line of the Waterboys' The Whole of the Moon and his childhood memories began to emerge.
Thomas held on to those memories and with them came the seed of his debut Middle Grade novel, exploring and championing the power of memory and epilepsy. Nowadays, Thomas lives in Essex with his wife (the only face he can remember) and his two daughters.Also by Thomas Leeds
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